Hayman & Hill, Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley), 2001

From the bottle, this reserve cabernet is made from grapes grown in the Napa Valley region of California. This cabernet is 13.5% alcohol by volume.

Where did I find it: Fry’s

What did I pair it with: N/A

Appearance: Crimson purple, with decent legs.

Smell: Light on aromas; bright cherry and asian spices are the most notable.

Palate Entry: It begins with a slightly alcoholic cassis.
Mid Palate: A good mouthfeel rounds with firm tannins bring life into the wine.
Finish: The finish is merely an extension of the mid-palate, and is quick, but the tannins do remain.

Price: $11.99
Quality rating: 83/100
Value rating: 45.67/60

Takeaway: There are better cabs out there for this price point; I was disappointed that an ’01 Napa reserve cab would be this bland…skip it.